Hospice Aide

ARC Therapy Services, LLC; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

ARC Therapy Services, LLC is seeking a dedicated Hospice Aide to support the interdisciplinary team in providing comfort and personal care to patients in Overland Park, Kansas.

Under supervision of a registered nurse, you will observe and report patient conditions, perform required tasks, and communicate compassionately with patients and families while upholding confidentiality.

Requirements include hospice experience, a high school diploma or GED, 18 years or older, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Hospice experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Performs personal care for assigned patient(s) and attends to requests promptly.
• Observes patient, reports observations, and documents care performed.
• Provides respectful communication with patients and families, maintaining confidentiality.

Skills

Hospice experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Location 7304 W. 130th Street,Ste 200,Overland Park, KS, 66213-2638,United States

• Name Mike Novak
• Email [e-mail]

Hospice Aide

As a paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary group, works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various services for a patient, as necessary, to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. Responsible for observing the patient, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed.

What you will do in this role:

Performs personal care needs for assigned patient(s) and attends to his/her requests promptly. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the Hospice Director or Director of Clinical Services immediately

Responsible for observing the patient and reporting these observations; documents observations and care performed

Provides patient and family with positive communication techniques, within realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality

What qualifications you will need:

Hospice Experience

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Additional education/training as required by the State

Must be at least 18 years of age

Reliable transportation and proof of valid automobile liability insurance